designate head chef - Inclusive Work Culture (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Crawley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Designate Head Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team in a vibrant environment. This role emphasizes cultivating an inclusive culture and delivering outstanding culinary experiences. As a key motivator, you will train and inspire your team while ensuring food safety and operational excellence. Enjoy a range of perks including a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and free meals during shifts. If you're a forward-thinking leader passionate about food and team development, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year

Access to earnings before payday

Private medical insurance

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Pension schemes

Holiday and training

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or similar role in a busy kitchen.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on team development.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and kitchen operations.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Coaching and Mentorship

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Designate Head Chef - Inclusive Work Culture (Hiring Immediately), Crawley, West Sussex

Client: wagamama

Location: Crawley, West Sussex, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Designate Head Chef | Full Time

At wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate differences and appreciate personality over perfection. We are looking for a Designate Head Chef to inspire and lead our kitchen team, ensuring high standards and exceptional guest experiences.

The role:

As a Designate Head Chef, you will motivate your team to exceed expectations, maintain high standards, and deliver outstanding results. You will coach and develop your team, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Prioritizes cultivating a positive, inclusive work culture through emotional intelligence, inspiration, and effective delegation. You provide excellent training, coaching, and mentorship to emerging leaders.
• Is dedicated to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is well-equipped with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Ensures food safety, health, and safety standards are maintained, understands kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spots opportunities for improvement.
• Focuses on building and nurturing your team from recruitment to ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Cares about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected and valued, enabling them to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Is a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think quickly and make effective decisions.

We’d love to hear from you:

What’s in it for you?

• Bonus scheme – up to £8,000 a year bonus opportunity
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Private medical insurance
• Free food on shift – anything from our menu! Plus 50% outside of work to treat your friends and family
• An industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Be the first to experience our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition programme

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

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